Junior Accountant

Job description

Overview This range is provided by deverellsmith. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeJunior Accountant - Service Charge AccountsLocation: CambridgeSalary: £28,000 - £32,000Contract: Full-time, Monday-Friday (Hybrid - 2 days office, 3 days home)Highlights Join an award-winning Employer of the Year with 700+ colleagues across a thriving property management businessBenefit from extensive training and development opportunities with clear career progression pathwaysEnjoy hybrid working with genuine work-life balance in a supportive, collaborative environmentAbout the opportunity An established residential property management company, founded in 2004, is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their Service Charge Accounts team. This organisation has built a reputation for delivering outstanding customer experiences whilst maintaining genuine care at the heart of everything they do. With over 700 employees nationwide, they\'ve earned multiple Employer of the Year awards and continue to set the benchmark for professional property management.What makes the role exceptional This position offers the perfect blend of technical accounting development and client-facing experience within the specialised field of property management. You\'ll be managing complete financial portfolios for residential estates, working directly with Estate Management teams, external accountants, and occasionally clients and leaseholders. The role provides comprehensive exposure to service charge accounting, from budget preparation through to year-end accounts, giving you invaluable experience in a growing sector.Key responsibilities Prepare and load accurate annual service charge budgets for property portfoliosProcess billing for service charges, ground rent, and additional fees to leaseholdersPrepare comprehensive year-end service charge accountsCollaborate with external accountants during account reviews and auditsManage utility and insurance recharges to leaseholdersHandle tax administration and compliance requirementsMaintain accurate financial records and documentationSupport the Estate Management team with financial queriesRequirements Relevant accounting experience (service charge experience advantageous but not essential)Strong numeracy and analytical skills with attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication abilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (Qube experience beneficial)Collaborative approach with ability to work across departmentsProfessional attitude with customer service focusOrganised approach to managing multiple prioritiesRewards and benefits Competitive salary of £28,000 - £32,000 per annumHybrid working arrangement with flexible home/office balanceComprehensive training and development programmesClear career progression opportunities within growing organisationSupportive team environment with collaborative cultureProfessional development support for accounting qualificationsPositive workplace culture where contributions are recognisedOpportunity to work with award-winning property management leaderSeniority level Entry levelEmployment type Full-timeJob function Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-03-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English